1993 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626.
Because 1993 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
